by Kyle Flowers | Jan 23, 2023 | Criminal Law, Theft Crimes
What to Do if You’re Arrested for a Theft Crime in Texas Being arrested for a theft crime in Texas is no small matter. Even the consequences of shoplifting or petty theft can be more severe than you think. Other theft crime penalties can range from jail time to hefty...
by Kyle Flowers | Jan 20, 2023 | Criminal Law, Theft Crimes
Debunking Common Misconceptions About Theft Crimes in Texas Theft crimes can be classified as either misdemeanors or felonies, depending on the severity of the offense. If you have been accused of a theft crime in Texas, it is important to understand both the...
by Kyle Flowers | Jan 19, 2023 | Criminal Law, Theft Crimes
What You Need to Know About Petty and Grand Theft Crimes in Texas In the state of Texas, theft is defined as the taking or carrying away of someone else’s property without their consent. This can range from shoplifting to embezzlement. Depending on the severity of the...
by Kyle Flowers | Jan 18, 2023 | Criminal Law, Theft Crimes
Statute of Limitations for Theft Crimes in Texas In Texas, a statute of limitations applies to criminal prosecutions, including theft crimes. This means that a person accused of a crime must be charged with the crime within the specified time period or else they...
by Kyle Flowers | Nov 3, 2022 | Criminal Law, Theft Crimes
In the past few years, there has been a surge in catalytic converter theft crimes in Dallas. In 2020, there were 655 thefts in Dallas. That was up over 500% from 2019’s total of 123. In 2021 the theft count rose to 2,212; another increase of over 300%. ...
by Kyle Flowers | Oct 19, 2022 | Criminal Law, Theft Crimes
If you have been caught shoplifting, you may be wondering what the consequences will be. While the punishment for shoplifting is ultimately up to the judge, there are some common consequences that petty theft crimes can incur. Shoplifting is still a crime. Depending...
